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Add/Edit Commodity for ACE Shipment Page

The interface for entering cargo descriptions, weights, and quantities for ACE shipments.

Type: Data Entry Country: United States (CBP)

Overview

The Add/Edit Commodity for ACE Shipment Page is where users enter the specific cargo details for an ACE Shipment. Accurate commodity data is the core of any manifest declaration.

You can access this page by:

Clicking the Create Commodity button on the ACE Shipment Details Page.
Clicking the Edit link next to an existing commodity.
Using the Save and Add Commodity shortcut from the Start New ACE Shipment Page.

Tip: BorderConnect remembers your commodity descriptions. As you type a description, the system will suggest previously used entries, automatically filling in the Package Type and Weight Unit defaults you used last time.

Viewing the **Add/Edit Commodity for ACE Shipment** page

Data Entry Fields

The following fields define the cargo being transported. Please refer to the legend at the bottom of the page to identify required fields.

Description of Goods

This is the most critical field for customs compliance.

Requirement: Must be a plain language description detailed enough to identify the cargo.
Limits: Up to 512 characters.
Compliance: Must adhere to CBP's list of acceptable cargo descriptions.
Warning: Vague descriptions (e.g., "Freight", "General Cargo") may result in border delays or penalties.

Weights and Quantities

Field	Description
Quantity	The number of packages (must be a whole number). Select the package type (e.g., Boxes, Barrels, Pallets) from the dropdown.
Weight	The gross weight of the goods (must be a whole number). Select the unit (e.g., Pounds, Kilograms) from the dropdown.
Loaded On	Indicates where the cargo is physically loaded. Defaults to the trailer (if one exists) or the truck. Use the dropdown to change if necessary.
Marks and Numbers	Optional field to indicate any identifying marks or numbers on the packages themselves.

Saving and Navigation

Once data entry is complete, use the following buttons to save your work:

Button/Link	Function
Save	Saves the commodity and directs you to the Commodity Details Page (where you can add Hazmat info).
Save and Back to ACE eManifest	Saves the commodity and returns you directly to the main ACE eManifest Details Page.
Cancel	Discards any unsaved changes and returns you to the ACE Shipment Details Page.